A tuber similar to a potato in flavor that grows a beautiful variety of sunflower above ground, one native to North America. These tubers are similar in flavor to a potato. They are sweet, nutty and earthy. With a thin, edible skin and a creamy white interior, these are excellent roasted, steamed or boiled. Some people eat them raw, and in that application they tend to have a water chestnut-like effect.
Sunchokes have been grown by indigenous people in the Americas. They contain inulin, a soluble fiber, so don’t overdo it with your portion size!
A tuber similar to a potato in flavor that grows a beautiful variety of sunflower above ground, one native to North America. These tubers are similar in flavor to a potato. They are sweet, nutty and earthy. With a thin, edible skin and a creamy white interior, these are excellent roasted, steamed or boiled. Some people eat them raw, and in that application they tend to have a water chestnut-like effect.
Sunchokes have been grown by indigenous people in the Americas. They contain inulin, a soluble fiber, so don’t overdo it with your portion size!